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EU Commission proposals would require carmakers to cut CO2 from new cars and vans by 30 per cent by 2030, but campaigners say rules don't go far enough

In her long-awaited Florence speech May is expected to outline proposals for a two-year transition framework for Brexit, effectively keeping Britain subject to EU environmental law until at least 2021

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker wants to make Europe a 'world leader' in decarbonisation

As the MPs prepare for today's debate on key bill, environmental professionals, legal experts and green NGOs warn changes are necessary to ensure green Brexit

Plants larger than 50MW will have four years to adapt to meet new stricter standards for air pollutants, as lawyers warn they will sue sites that fail to comply

In echo of 'defeat device' scandals, one TV increased energy consumption by 47 per cent when tested in real-world viewing

Recommendations from EU-funded research project suggest shopping centres could prove a 'unique trigger point' for wider decarbonisation - if policy levers hit the right note

'Anticipation, prevention and preparedness' are the order of the day to help move EU response to vulnerable cities from 'crisis containment' to ensuring long-term resilience

European Commission grants state aid approval for three major new policies designed to step up investment in renewable technologies

European Commission considering plans for cars and trucks to pay higher road toll charges the more CO2 they emit